raw rehmannia
生地黄shēng dì huáng · Rehmannia glutinosa
Category
clear Heat, cool Blood
Nature
cold
Taste
sweet, bitter
Meridians
Heart, Liver, Kidney
Dosage
9–15 g
in broth
Functions
clears heat, cools the blood nourishes yin, generates body fluids
Indications
hot blood: bleeding, rash fever accompanied by dryness and thirst Yin deficiency with hot flashes
Contraindications
Spleen deficiency with dampness and loose stools ⚠️ "thick"; if you have indigestion, use with caution
Notes
Raw remania cools the blood and nourishes yin: it is used to treat blood heat with bleeding and dryness caused by heat. Family: Broomrape family (Orobanchaceae) Part used: fresh/dried root Active constituents: iridoids (catalpol), sugar
For education only — not medical advice. Consult a qualified practitioner.